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Icknield High School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Icknield High School is a academy converter secondary school in Luton , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1446 pupils, and a capacity of 1445 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,446

Pupils

1,445

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Icknield High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Icknield High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Luton. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 1446 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1445 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Luton before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Icknield High School — School Information

Full address
Riddy Lane, Luton, LU3 2AH
Local authority
Luton
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
25.3% of pupils
DfE URN
137679

Other Secondary Schools in Luton

If Icknield High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Luton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Icknield High School

Is Icknield High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Icknield High School currently has 1446 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1445 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Icknield High School?

Admission to Icknield High School is managed by Luton. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Icknield High School cover?

Icknield High School is a secondary school in Luton, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Icknield High School?

Icknield High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.